Bajito (en. Low)

/baˈxito/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That is of short height or stature.
The child is short for his age.
El niño es bajito para su edad.
It refers to a soft or low-intensity sound.
He speaks softly so as not to wake the baby.
Habla bajito para no despertar al bebé.
Description of something that is at a minimum height.
The plant grew short compared to the others.
La planta creció bajito, en comparación con las demás.

Etymology

Diminutive of the adjective 'bajo', which comes from the Latin 'bassus'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to speak softly
To speak in a low voice.
hablar bajito
short in stature
Refers to a person of short height.
bajito de estatura
to be feeling down
To be in a low or sad mood.
estar bajito

Related Words

short
That has little height.
bajo
height
Measurement of how tall an object is.
altura
small
That has a reduced size or volume.
pequeño

Slang Meanings

It is used to refer to someone who is shy or reserved.
Maria is very short, she doesn't like to speak in public.
María es muy bajita, no le gusta hablar en público.
In some regions, it means something that is low-profile or not eye-catching.
I prefer to live in a low-key way, without drawing attention.
Prefiero vivir de manera bajita, sin llamar la atención.